mostly_linux

@mostly_linux@mastodon.social

Advocating for freedom without being preachy or a GNUthead. Libertas, Technologia, Privatus.

https://mastodon.social/@mostly_linux on #Mostly_Gaming ran for 46 episodes as the premiere gaming podcast.

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thelinuxEXP, to random
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Hey everyone!

I'm working on a video to see what the Linux community (or at least people who follow me) actually use.

So, I created a little form, hosted on my Nextcloud (hopefully it's up to the task...)

It's only up for 2 days, so don't hesitate to share it around, it will help me "touch grass" and see if my preconceived notions are confirmed, or invalidated!

https://nextcloud.thelinuxexp.com/index.php/apps/forms/s/XQRzMrs8QTtCjDfSyP4koA9o

Of course, it's all anonymous, no personal data, it's just for the purposes of creating the video.

mostly_linux,

@tripplehelix @thelinuxEXP I chose testing since ubstable / sid wasn’t an option.

arstechnica, to random
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Tastes like chicken? Think again—edible ants have distinctive flavor profiles.

Go ahead, eat some ants. We triple dog dare you.

https://arstechnica.com/science/2024/03/tastes-like-chicken-think-again-edible-ants-have-distinctive-flavor-profiles/?utm_brand=arstechnica&utm_social-type=owned&utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=social

mostly_linux,

@arstechnica Yuck.

arstechnica, to random
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New high-end iPads are around the corner; please let me run macOS on them

Op-ed: The iPad needs more than a simple hardware refresh to fix what ails it.

https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2024/03/new-high-end-ipads-are-around-the-corner-please-let-me-run-macos-on-them/?utm_brand=arstechnica&utm_social-type=owned&utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=social

mostly_linux,

@arstechnica This won’t happen because Apple values the fact that IpadOS is locked down. OSX isn’t.

arstechnica, to random
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NYT disputes OpenAI “hacking” claim by pointing to ChatGPT bypassing paywalls

OpenAI’s claim that NYT “hacked” ChatGPT is “irrelevant” and “false,” NYT says.

https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2024/03/nyt-disputes-openai-hacking-claim-by-pointing-to-chatgpt-bypassing-paywalls/?utm_brand=arstechnica&utm_social-type=owned&utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=social

mostly_linux,

@arstechnica Chat GPT learns by stealing content. That’s just a fact.

thelinuxEXP, to random
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If I enjoyed the story and general feel of the FF7 remake but really disliked the combat, is it worth it for me to play the 2nd one that just came out?

mostly_linux,

@thelinuxEXP Agreed! I enjoyed the first one but the combat was annoying and the story draaaaged on. I think I’m going to wait for the PC release.

arstechnica, to random
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Banks use your deposits to loan money to fossil-fuel, emissions-heavy firms

Your $1,000 in the bank creates emissions equal to a flight from NYC to Seattle.

https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2023/12/banks-use-your-deposits-to-loan-money-to-fossil-fuel-emissions-heavy-firms/?utm_brand=arstechnica&utm_social-type=owned&utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=social

mostly_linux,

@arstechnica fear-mongering that makes no sense. An insult to our intelligence.

mostly_linux, to random

We need right to repair legislation in the US. Good to see Canada doing something right.

https://www.thestar.com/business/some-manufacturers-are-intentionally-making-appliances-and-electronics-more-expensive-to-repair-heres-why-that/article_6a7ed6d2-95ec-11ee-a5f6-c7c36c881be2.html

mostly_linux,

@helenslunch @akilou sure… and we don’t have to be their customers. Free markets are awesome that way.

Proton VPN - No longer blocking malware, ads, and trackers? [FIXED]

[Edit: With guidance from Proton Support, I switched VPN protocols in the application’s preferences menu (protonvpn.com/…/how-to-change-vpn-protocols/), from IKEv2 to Smart, and afterwards I started seeing ads and trackers (etc.) blocked on the application’s GUI again. I’ll post any other relevant info I learn of here.]...

mostly_linux,

@EmperorHenry @streetfestival @Firefox is a horrible browser if you want to block ads and protect your privacy. It’s funded by Google. Try Librewolf instead.

protonvpn, to random
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You may already be familiar with Proton VPN’s Quick Connect feature, but did you know you can set up different profiles too? 👇

These profiles allow you to customize how you connect to . You can:
👉 Choose a specific country or server
👉 Change the VPN protocol
👉 Use Secure Core (double-hop)

Here’s how: https://protonvpn.com/support/connection-profiles/.

mostly_linux,

@protonvpn Why do you hate Linux users?

mostly_linux,

@Pantherina Firefox is busted and Mozilla is broken. Need to revert to core principles. In the meantime use Librewolf, a better privacy focused fork of Firefox, and Betterbird, a better privacy focused for of Thunderbird.

They’ve raked in BILLIONS from Google by selling their customers. In the FOSS world, the customer should be a partner, not the product.

thelinuxEXP, to linux
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I keep seeing people online saying that isn’t ready for professionals, or that the Linux desktop isn’t for doing real work, or this usual « year of Linux desktop » meme.

So I thought I’d address the topic, because Linux is undeniably already being used by professionals all around the world, and definitely has a lot of tools to do professional work, either or proprietary:

https://youtu.be/BlUFXUA9R48

mostly_linux,

@thelinuxEXP Absolutely, here's a concise response:

Linux for professionals:

  1. Customizable: Tailor it to your exact needs.
  2. Secure: Strong defenses against malware and viruses.
  3. Developer-Friendly: Native tools galore.
  4. Open Source: No proprietary walls; modify freely.
  5. Cost-Effective: Powerful tools, zero price tag.

P.S. If there's an open-source video platform link, that'd be even better than YouTube!

protonvpn, (edited ) to random
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🔥 The Proton Black Friday deals are here for a limited time!

With savings for everyone, you’ll be able to get deals on our entire ecosystem of privacy-first services – including our Unlimited and Family plans:

📩 Save up to 33% on Proton Mail: https://proton.me/mail/black-friday

🌐 Save up to 60% on Proton VPN: https://protonvpn.com/blackfriday

🔑 Save up to 60% on Proton Pass: https://proton.me/pass/black-friday

📂 Save up to 50% on Proton Drive: https://proton.me/drive/black-friday

*Based on the monthly standard pricing.

mostly_linux,

@protonvpn these are good deals but a warning to Linux users that Linux apps aren’t maintained regularly and are several years behind the OSX / Windows versions. Proton Drive does not work on Linux and there’s no path to release.

arstechnica, to random
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Windows CE, Microsoft’s stunted middle child, reaches end of support at 26 years

From netbooks and PDAs to ATMs, voting kiosks, and ungainly presidential phones.

https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2023/10/windows-ce-microsofts-stunted-middle-child-reaches-end-of-support-at-26-years/?utm_brand=arstechnica&utm_social-type=owned&utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=social

mostly_linux,

@arstechnica The Sega Dreamcast utilized Microsoft's Windows CE as an optional OS in the late '90s. This move aimed to entice developers with a familiar platform for porting PC games. Though not all Dreamcast games used Windows CE, its presence highlighted the system's adaptability, especially when paired with its built-in modem for online play.

mostly_linux, to random

🌐 Digital Rights:
Explore the Electronic Frontier Foundation (@eff), fighting for digital rights and championing the open web. Learn about their campaigns and initiatives for a free and open internet.

protonmail, to uk
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As the becomes law in the without critical legal safeguards to end-to-end encryption, the internet as we know it faces a very real threat: https://proton.me/blog/online-safety-act

The Act could give the UK government the power to access, collect, and read anyone’s private conversations at any time. The UK Government has previously admitted that the proposals are "technically unfeasible," and we hope @Ofcom
keeps this front of mind during the implementation process. (1/3)

mostly_linux,

@protonmail UK users and visitors to UK should use the secure core option.

mostly_linux,

@Scrollone @stifle867 it doesn’t seem very professional or well run. Reminds me a little of Mozilla. Both focus on many thinks and do an average (to bad) job rather than doing fewer things with a focus on excellence.

mostly_linux,

@otter @WQMan i have a full paid subscription to Proton Ultimate but I still use the free version of Bitwarden over the paid version of Proton Pass.

mostly_linux,

@CO_Chewie @Papanca ... and also improve the rate of development...

mostly_linux, to TimeTravel

Time travel isn't just for sci-fi! 🌀 Delving into its concepts could help unravel some of physics' biggest puzzles. Curious? Dive in:

https://www.universetoday.com/163743/thinking-about-time-travel-helps-solve-problems-in-physics/?utm_content=buffer238e5&utm_medium=social&utm_source=bufferapp.com&utm_campaign=buffer

mostly_linux,

@DocBlaze @beta_tester been waiting for same. I’m not holding my breath. Paying full premium family service now but if we don’t get a proton drive app in the next year I’m going to move on to something else.

mostly_linux,

@black@kbin.social @MossBear it’s been on the road map for two years with no update.

mostly_linux, to protonprivacy

Many people think of Google as a search company, but its flagship product is actually your identity, courtesy of Gmail. If you use Gmail, you’re always logged in to your Google account, which is how Google can connect your search terms, GPS location, photos, YouTube views, and more to your real-life identity. And every time you sign up for a new service and provide your email address to create an account, Gmail knows about it first.

@protonprivacy

mostly_linux, to random

Interesting. On Fedora there's two Thunderbird's listed as Flatpak's. One installs 102 and the other installs 115. Please fix.

@mozilla @thelinuxEXP

aral, to ai
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Machines aren’t taking over.
Corporations are taking over.

Worry about the right thing.

mostly_linux,

@aral corporations are legal constructs comprised of people cooperating for the common goal of exchanging value for value.

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